Alcalá View 1990 6.10

Watson's work is risky business By Jacqueline Genovese Pat Watson almost wasn't an Alcala Park employee. "In 1982, I applied for a faculty secretary job at USD, but I didn't get it,"

Cornish , clerical assistant, Graduate Admissions; Lisa L. Davis, senior secretary, Capital Campaign; Diane Mary Deerman, data processing, Development; Lorraine S. Esrig, ad- ministrative/executive assistant, Test Preparation; Marilyn Hiskett, secretary, Development; Kristy Rae Hutcherson , assistant cook, Grille; Cathy M. Joseph, secretary, Fine Arts; Juan Manuel Martinez , equipment operator, Grounds/Maintenance; Betty J. Matkovich, clerical assistant, Con- troller; Jeanne B. McDonald, clerical assistant, Controller; Linn McLaurin, secretary, Development; Kathryn Louise Moreschi, secretary, Career Counseling; Harold B. Pennoyer, maintenance mechanic, Building Main- tenance; Kristine Marie Pierce, cleri- cal assistant, Bookstore; Kim L. Trout, secretary, Public Relations; Lynette Vaughn , secretary, School of Nursing; Phyliss Whitehorse, clerical assistant, Controller. Congratulations to the following employees who recently received a promotion: Sandra L. Harrod, from secretary II to senior secretary, School of Busi- ness; Ann Ochs, from clerk, Admis- sions to clerical assistant I, Regi- strar/Records. Correction In the May issue of the Alcala View, Kathryn Elizabeth Pierce's job title was incorrectly listed. Her correct title is secretary, Law School administra- tion. Construction of the new building will eliminate about 56 parking spaces, according to Manion. Meanwhile, work is under way on the north perimeter road behind the Im- maculata. The two-phase construction project will include removal of sidewalks, concrete aprons and asphalt concrete. New curbs, gutters, sidewalks, asphalt concrete, lighting and landscaping will be installed. "Our work on the north perimeter road is just one step closer to realizing our ultimate goal, which is a perimeter road that goes completely around the university," according to Manion. "That perimeter road is necessary before we can begin Lo implement the mall area construction that is in the university's long range plan ."

Watson recalls with a smile. "Then I was offered a job in the School of Nurs- ing but had to tum it down because of the hours. Then a secretarial position came open in Development and I was hired. I guess three was my lucky num- ber," she says with a laugh. After working for four years in Development, the Florida native says she "found her home in Human Resour- ces," where she has served as risk management assistant for the past two years. The Coronado resident isn't the only one who feels she is "right at home" in Human Resources. Watson's hard work and dedication were publicly recognized when she was named runner-up for the 1989 Employee of the Year Award at last year's Staff Appreciation picnic. "I was flabbergasted when my name was called!" Watson remembers. And for good reason. "I had typed the list of nominees for Judith (Munoz)," she ex- plains, "and my name was not on that list!" In nominating the mother of five for the Employee of the Year Award, Dr. Munoz, director of human resources, said Watson's "performance was almost flawless. She plans ahead, anticipates needs and is very productive. In a busy office with conflicting demands, her maturity, good judgment and sense of humor make it easier for all of her co- workers." As risk management assistant, Wat- son serves as a liaison between USD and various insurance representatives, and processes claims on damaged or stolen university property. "The claims range from employees being rear-ended in a university car to students driving through the walls of dorms," Watson re- lates. "I really enjoy what I do and get a lot of satisfaction when we're able to help somebody whose property has been stolen or damaged." Looking down the road, Watson can't imagine working anywhere else. "I've worked all my life," she says, "but I've never worked at a place like USD. And it' s the people. The people here make all the difference."

Pat Watson Passages Deaths Bruce Randall, father of Carrie Wil- son, assistant dean, Law School, in May. Katina Spanis, motherof Dr. Curt Span is, professor of biology, in June. Morris Snyder, father of Lester Snyder, professor of law, in May. New hires, promotions Welcome to the following in- dividuals who recently joined the USD community: Melody R. Church, special services worker, General Services; Robert F. Construction (Continued from page 1) to house equipment required for the eventual installation of air conditioning in the new facility, Serra Hall and More Hall. Construction of the new building is expected to take a year. When it is com- pleted, the amhropology and sociology departments now located on Guadalupe 's bottom floor will move into the offices in Serra vacated by electrical engineering and physics. That will allow the University Rela- tions offices of the Capital Campaign, Trusts and Estates and Special Projects - now located in the Mission housing complex - to move to Guadalupe.